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I am having a very hard time with what I want to major I have an idea Dance, Collision repair and business ?
I Have 22.75 credit I'm in my senior year I want to go to college
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Johnson’s Answer
Hi Davonte, it is completely normal to feel stuck when your three options are this different from each other, and noticing that they are different is actually the first step. Dance is a craft you keep training long after school, collision repair is a skilled trade you can train for quickly with steady demand for good technicians, and business is a broad path that pairs well with almost any interest. Rather than treating this as a forever decision today, test each one cheaply: your general education credits carry over into almost any major, so you can start in a general studies or undeclared track, take an intro course in each area, and see which one you want to keep showing up for. One more thing from the math side of my world: collision repair runs on measurements, estimates, and angles, and business runs on accounting and statistics, so keeping your math skills sharp keeps every one of these doors open. Whichever major you pick first, changing after a semester or two usually costs you very little because your general credits move with you.
Good luck, you are asking the right question at the right time.
Johnson Tran
Math Tutor / Educator
Book one appointment with a college advisor before you register for spring classes and ask exactly which of your 22.75 credits transfer and which majors they count toward.
Good luck, you are asking the right question at the right time.
Johnson Tran
Math Tutor / Educator
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Monica’s Answer
Hi Davonte,
Thanks for your question! I understand how difficult it can be to choose an area of focus when there are so many options to consider. Fortunately, there are free online quizzes that can help you identify your interests and explore potential college majors.
I recommend searching online for “career aptitude test.” By answering the questions honestly, you can gain insight into your strengths and interests, along with suggestions for potential career paths and college majors.
Good luck as you explore your options!
Monica S.
Thanks for your question! I understand how difficult it can be to choose an area of focus when there are so many options to consider. Fortunately, there are free online quizzes that can help you identify your interests and explore potential college majors.
I recommend searching online for “career aptitude test.” By answering the questions honestly, you can gain insight into your strengths and interests, along with suggestions for potential career paths and college majors.
Good luck as you explore your options!
Monica S.
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Shivam’s Answer
Try out different activities you enjoy, whether as hobbies or for work, and see where they lead. Learning about business can be useful in many areas, so it's a good choice to study. Ultimately, aim for a career that you love, matches your values, and brings balance to your life. Wishing you the best on this journey!
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It's okay not to have everything figured out yet. Many high school seniors are still exploring their options when they apply to college.
The three areas you're considering are actually quite different:
• Dance is a great choice if you enjoy performing, teaching dance, choreography, or working in the arts.
• Collision Repair is a hands-on field where you repair and restore vehicles after accidents. Skilled technicians are in demand and can earn good incomes.
• Business is a broad major that can lead to careers in management, marketing, sales, finance, entrepreneurship, and many other fields.
My advice is to think about what you enjoy doing most:
• Do you see yourself performing, teaching, or creating through dance?
• Do you enjoy working with your hands, tools, and vehicles?
• Do you enjoy leadership, problem-solving, and learning how organizations operate?
You don't necessarily have to decide today. Many colleges allow students to start as an undeclared major or change majors after they've taken a few classes.
If possible, try to gain some real-world exposure before deciding. Visit a collision repair shop, talk to business professionals, or participate in dance programs. Seeing what people actually do every day can help you determine which path feels right.
My biggest piece of advice is this: Choose a major based on what interests you and the type of work you can see yourself doing every day, not just what someone else thinks you should do.
The fact that you're planning for college and already exploring career options tells me you're headed in the right direction. Keep asking questions, researching careers, and learning about yourself. That process is how many people find the path that's right for them.
The three areas you're considering are actually quite different:
• Dance is a great choice if you enjoy performing, teaching dance, choreography, or working in the arts.
• Collision Repair is a hands-on field where you repair and restore vehicles after accidents. Skilled technicians are in demand and can earn good incomes.
• Business is a broad major that can lead to careers in management, marketing, sales, finance, entrepreneurship, and many other fields.
My advice is to think about what you enjoy doing most:
• Do you see yourself performing, teaching, or creating through dance?
• Do you enjoy working with your hands, tools, and vehicles?
• Do you enjoy leadership, problem-solving, and learning how organizations operate?
You don't necessarily have to decide today. Many colleges allow students to start as an undeclared major or change majors after they've taken a few classes.
If possible, try to gain some real-world exposure before deciding. Visit a collision repair shop, talk to business professionals, or participate in dance programs. Seeing what people actually do every day can help you determine which path feels right.
My biggest piece of advice is this: Choose a major based on what interests you and the type of work you can see yourself doing every day, not just what someone else thinks you should do.
The fact that you're planning for college and already exploring career options tells me you're headed in the right direction. Keep asking questions, researching careers, and learning about yourself. That process is how many people find the path that's right for them.